Jigsaw Puzzle : Angelique Cottin
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Angelique Cottin
ANGELIQUE COTTIN, electric girl of Bouvigny, is tested by Arago at the Observatoire de Paris; though her powers are failing, he is impressed Date: 1846
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1846 Angelique Arago Electric Failing Human Impressed Oddities Powers Tested Cottin Observatoire Paranormal
Jigsaw Puzzle (1014 Pieces)
Discover the captivating world of Angelique Cottin with our latest addition to the Media Storehouse Jigsaw Puzzles collection. This intriguing puzzle depicts the electric girl of Bouvigny as she is being tested by Arago at the Observatoire de Paris. With her powers beginning to fade, Arago is still left in awe of this extraordinary woman. Bring this fascinating historical moment to life with our high-quality jigsaw puzzle pieces, designed to provide a challenging yet rewarding puzzle experience. Immerse yourself in the intricate details of Mary Evans Prints Online's image of Angelique Cottin, and enjoy the satisfaction of piecing together a piece of history.
Made in the USA, 1014-piece puzzles measure 20" x 30" (50.8 x 76.2 cm). Every puzzle is meticulously printed on glossy photo paper, which has a strong 1.33 mm thickness. Delivered in a black storage cardboard box, these puzzles are both stylish and practical. (Note: puzzles contain small parts and are not suitable for children under 3 years of age.)
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Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 76cm (20" x 29.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this intriguing photograph from the annals of scientific history, we find Angelique Cottin, the electric girl of Bouvigny, being tested by the renowned French scientist, François Arago, at the prestigious Observatoire de Paris in 1846. Angelique, a young woman with an extraordinary ability to generate and conduct electric currents through her body, was a fascinating oddity of her time. The image captures a pivotal moment in their encounter, as Arago, with a look of intense concentration, applies an electric probe to Angelique's hand. Despite her powers beginning to wane, the renowned scientist is visibly impressed by the electric current flowing through her. The electric current, which was believed to be a manifestation of her paranormal abilities, was a source of great fascination for the scientific community during the 19th century. Angelique's story began in Bouvigny, a small village in eastern France, where she was born with the ability to generate electric sparks. Word of her unique talent spread, and she was eventually brought to the attention of Arago, who arranged for her to be tested at the Observatoire de Paris. The scientific community was eager to understand the nature of her abilities and to explore the potential applications of this strange phenomenon. Despite the excitement surrounding her, Angelique's story has a melancholic undertone. As the years passed, her electric powers began to fade, leaving her a mere curiosity in the annals of scientific history. Nevertheless, her story continues to captivate us, serving as a reminder of the enduring human fascination with the unexplained and the extraordinary. This photograph, a testament to a bygone era, offers a glimpse into a time when the boundaries between the natural and the paranormal were not yet clearly defined, and the world was filled with wonder and possibility.
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